Question

During seed germination, what is the direction of growth of shoot and root?

• A. Both shoot and root grow upwards.
• B. Both root and shoot grow downwards.
• C. Shoot grows upwards and root grows downwards.
• D. Shoot grows downwards and root grows upwards.

Answer 1

The correct option is C Shoot grows upwards and root grows downwards.

Seed germination is the process of development of seed into a plant. The plant develops root and shoot during this process. The shoot grows upwards in the air whereas the root grows downwards in the soil.